Compas (en. Compass)
/kɔ̃.pa/
Synonyms
- guide
- navigateur
- instrument de dessin
Slang Meanings
To have a good sense of direction.
She always knew where to go; she has a good eye for distance.
Elle a toujours su où aller, elle a le compas dans l'œil.
To be disenchanted or lost in one's goals.
At this stage in his life, he really has lost his bearings.
À ce stade de sa vie, il a vraiment perdu son compas.